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Doikatsuman 土井活鰻 Fushimi/Daigo, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Unagi (eel)

土井　貴史Takashi Doi

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Taking advantage of Mr. Doi's river fish market experience, he provides the absolute best in eel cuisine.

Mr. Doi's grandfather managed a river fish wholesale store in the central wholesale market in Kyoto, so he has been familiar with business since childhood. After graduating high school, he trained under his grandfather and inherited his business at 26 when his grandfather passed away. In March 2018, he changed industries from the fish store to open his own restaurant Doikatsuman, where he works as the owner and store manager.

土井　貴史Takashi Doi

Restaurant DA CIRO Restaurant DA CIRO Gion, Kyoto Italian,Italian/French / Italian / European / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

上坂　祐一郎Yuichiro Uesaka

Mr. Uesaka was fascinated by Italian cuisine, where the flavors of the ingredients come through directly.

He was born in 1984 in Kyoto. He began his career in the hotel's French restaurant. Fascinated by Italian cuisine and its exceptional beauty of ingredients, he moved to Italy after switching to Italian cooking. In three cities in Puglia, Piemonte, and Tuscany, he studied the local cuisine of each region. After returning to Japan, he joined Ristorante t.v.b in Gion as a sous chef. Three years later, he became a chef, and in 2023, he opened his own restaurant as the owner and chef of Restaurant DA CIRO.

上坂　祐一郎Yuichiro Uesaka

KYOTO STAR BAR KYOTO STAR BAR Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / Cocktail

松田　高雅Takamasa Matsuda

Realized that "eating delicious food" is crucial.

Mr. Matsuda was born in 1980 in Kyoto. After 10 years as a company employee, he was forced to retire due to illness, and he had time to think slowly about his future life. At that time, he realized that "Eating delicious food" was his highest priority, and he aspired to a cooking job with customer service. After working at a Western cuisine restaurant, a Japanese restaurant, and a ramen restaurant, he entered STAR BAR GINZA and started training. In March 2022, he was appointed manager of the Kyoto branch, KYOTO STAR BAR.

松田　高雅Takamasa Matsuda

Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi Dotonbori Branch 大起水産回転寿司　道頓堀店 Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka Kaitenzushi (conveyor belt sushi),Japanese / Sushi

今村　哲也Tetsuya Imamura

Mr. Imamura is a chef who conveys the appeal of Sushi through Sushi seminars.

He was born in 1971 in Osaka. With his love of eating, he decided to pursue a career in the food industry. Although he initially did not like sushi, the taste of the sushi he made himself led him to the world of sushi. He actively shares the appeal of Sushi at Sushi seminars, such as lecturing guests on how to make sushi. "I devote myself to ensuring that guests can enjoy their meals with a smile," he says.

今村　哲也Tetsuya Imamura

M no Yakiniku Fukushima Main Branch Mの焼肉　福島本店 Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean

筒井　啓太Keita Tsutsui

Mr. Tsutsui always strives for growth through his diversified experiences and solid skills.

He was born in 1994 in Hyogo. Since childhood, he has been fascinated by careers that bring joy to people, which led him to become a chef. He gained experience working in an Italian restaurant while studying at Tsuji Culinary Institute. Even after graduation, he developed his skills at a renowned Italian restaurant. After enhancing his specialized knowledge and skills, he started working at his current company to challenge himself in a new field. While emphasizing not only cooking but also communication skills, he showcases his skills at M no Yakiniku Fukushima Main Branch.

筒井　啓太Keita Tsutsui

Kurubushi 踝 Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

本田　喜世一Kiyokazu Honda

Mr. Honda attracts diners with creative Japanese cuisine that is rich in a sense of the season and makes the most of flexible ideas and proven techniques.

He was born in Shiga and is the head chef of Kurubushi. Having loved cooking since childhood, he was fascinated by the work of bringing joy to people through food, which led him to become a professional. After training at a Japanese restaurant in Shinsaibashi, he joined the renowned Tenma restaurant, Sousaku Shubou Nakanaka, in 2015, where he honed his imagination and cooking skills to make the most of seasonal ingredients, which is the restaurant's motto. In 2020, he became the head chef of the restaurant's 2nd location, Sousaku Shubou Sou Sou. After developing it into a popular restaurant, he was appointed to his current position when the 3rd restaurant, Kurubushi, opened in the fall of 2022. Through seasonal kaiseki courses, he is presenting the culmination of his experience.

本田　喜世一Kiyokazu Honda

ESPICE ESPICE Sannomiya, Hyogo French,Italian/French / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine

江見　常幸Tsuneyuki Emi

A chef who preserves long-standing traditions while offering the joy of new culinary experiences.

Mr. Tsuneyuki Emi was born in 1981 in Kobe, Hyogo. After training at a famous restaurant in Kobe, he moved to France. He studied at Michelin 3-star Auberge du Vieux Puits in the Languedoc region of southern France and Michelin 3-star Arpège in Paris. Upon returning to Japan, he served at a gastro bar, KNOT, which was awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand three years in a row, and became chef at ESPICE in 2016. With a deep love and respect for his hometown of Kobe, he continues to lead Kobe's French culinary scene.

江見　常幸Tsuneyuki Emi

Jukusei Sushi Rita 熟成鮨利他 Fukushima/Noda, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi) / Sake

小森　将也Masaya Komori

Mr. Komori is a sushi chef who makes his dream come true with his passion and reliable skills and continues to fascinate people.

He was born in 1987 in Osaka. He used to work in sales but left the job with a dream of owning a restaurant. To learn techniques and management methods, he studied for two years at a restaurant specializing in fish cuisine and two and a half years at a restaurant specializing in shellfish cuisine. In October 2019, he realized his dream by opening Jukusei Sushi Rita. Working hard to achieve his goals, he always makes sure to manage his business meticulously. He is also passionate about educating the next generation by sharing his skills with many people. The cuisine from his hands continues to bring smiles to his guests today.

小森　将也Masaya Komori

SIK eatery SIK eatery Awaza/Kyomachibori, Osaka Chinese,Chinese / General / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Chinese Rice Porridge

河村　裕雅Yuga Kawamura

Mr. Kawamura creates an extraordinary experience for guests with food and hospitality that satisfies all five senses.

He has experience in various fields and has acquired cooking skills in Chinese, Hong Kong, Taiwanese, and other Asian cuisines. Currently, he works at the popular restaurant SIK eatery, which attracts many people daily. In addition to the delicious food, he also pursues comfortable space and aims to provide a different kind of enjoyment each time guests visit, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

河村　裕雅Yuga Kawamura

Sushi Matsumoto 鮨まつもと Gion, Kyoto Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi

松本　大典Daisuke Matsumoto

World renowned chef of traditional Tokyo-style Sushi in Kyoto.

He was born in 1974 in Kanagawa. He was raised being surrounded by seafood, as his father owned a local fish restaurant and one of his relatives also ran a sushi restaurant. That is why he also decided to be a sushi chef, and entered the field dreaming to be a skillful master. He had training at several restaurants including one owned by his relative, a renowned one in Ginza, and [Sushi Shimizu] in Shimbashi. He got independent in 2006, and looked for a place to open his own restaurant. He fell in love with the atmosphere of Gion in Kyoto, and decided to open a sushi restaurant there to spread Tokyo-style sushi in Kyoto. Now it is one of the most renowned sushi restaurant in Kyoto with many fans even abroad.

松本　大典Daisuke Matsumoto

Gion Shirakawa Ramen 祇園白川ラーメン Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto Miso Ramen (miso sauce ramen),Ramen (noodles) / Donburi (rice bowl) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Miso Ramen (miso sauce ramen)

石浦　達也Tatsuya Ishiura

The goal is to make the ramen restaurant loved by many people in the region and beyond.

Mr. Ishiura was born in 1975 in Kyoto. As part of the town's revitalization project, he decided to open a ramen restaurant and moved from another industry. After training at a famous Hokkaido ramen restaurant, where he had a connection at a shopping district event, he opened Gion Shirakawa Ramen with his brother in 2018. He is now the owner of the restaurant. With a theme of "Miso Ramen from Kyoto that makes you want to eat it again," he aims to make his ramen restaurant familiar to many people in the community and beyond.

石浦　達也Tatsuya Ishiura

Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Namba Branch 松阪牛焼肉Ｍ　難波店 Namba, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Korean

深見　和俊Kazutoshi Fukami

Realizing personal growth through work and accumulating solid skills and knowledge.

Mr. Fukami was born in 1966 in Osaka. At the invitation of his best friend, he entered into the world of cooking. He gained experience at a Yakiniku restaurant and learned the skills necessary for Yakiniku from scratch, such as the selection of ingredients, the degree of roasting, and the amount of heat. After that, he moved to Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Namba Branch through the introduction of an acquaintance and further honed a wider range of cooking skills. He is always looking for new challenges and continues to face the ingredients and cooking methods sincerely.

深見　和俊Kazutoshi Fukami

Kappa Ramen Honpo Sennichimae Branch 河童ラーメン本舗　千日前店 Namba, Osaka Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Chahan (fried rice) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Tonkotsu Ramen (pork broth ramen)

小山Koyama

A big ramen lover decided to make ramen noodles by himself

He started working at a ramen shop as a part-time as he loved ramen noodles. As he really liked the shop owner, he decided to be a chef there. There are several shops in his ramen chain, however they all serve different soups depending on the area. He tries to take root in the area with their [only 1] taste.

小山Koyama

Sushi Etsu 鮨　悦 Yotsubashi/Shinmachi/Horie, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Wine

梶谷　伸一Shinichi Kajitani

Mr. Kajitani's life as a chef began with the professional skills he saw up close.

He was born in 1975 in Osaka. Mr. Kajitani initially worked in the fresh fish department of a supermarket in Wakayama. One day, he visited a restaurant to eat out and saw a chef's skills up close, which was a turning point for him. Fascinated by the chefs' skills, he decided to become a chef himself and set a goal of having his own dream by age 30, which led him to begin training at a kappo (Japanese cuisine) restaurant specializing in fish cuisine. At 29, he opened his own restaurant, Kaji, specializing in fish cuisine. In 2024, 20 years after opening the restaurant, he opened "Sushi Etsu" with a new goal.

梶谷　伸一Shinichi Kajitani

Ajikitcho Bunbuan 味吉兆　ぶんぶ庵 Honmachi/Sakaisujihonmachi, Osaka Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

三船　桂佑Keisuke Mifune

The Chef's Recommendations

A chef who has loved cooking since childhood

Born in Fukuoka Prefecture on September 28th, 1985, Chef Mifune loved cooking ever since he was a kid, and went on the study at Nakamura Culinary School in Fukuoka with the hopes of making it a career. He loves all kinds of cooking and had a hard time deciding on a specialty, but when in school he resolved to follow that path of traditional Japanese cuisine. Afterwards, he trained at Ajikitcho Daimaru for five years before transferring to Ajikitcho Bunbuan when it opened. He started out there as a regular cook, but was made head chef after gaining experience and demonstrating great ability. About one year late, he is still showing of his talents in that role.

三船　桂佑Keisuke Mifune

Nanzenji Sando Kikusui 南禅寺参道　菊水 Okazaki/Heianjingu (Heian Shrine)/Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto Kyoto Cuisine,Japanese / Tofu Dishes / Sake / Italian

西野　悌司Yasushi Nishino

With his love for Kyoto and cooking at his core, Mr. Nishino has been introducing the unique cuisine of Kikusui to the world.

He was born in 1976 in Sabae, Fukui. Wanting to delight many people with cuisine, he began walking the chef's path. After training at famous restaurants in Kyoto when he was 18, he joined Kikusui. In 2013, he was appointed as its third head chef. During its 2018 renovation, he trained hard at a Michelin 3-star Japanese restaurant and polished his techniques. He produces Washoku Kaiseki, which combines traditions with attempts at something new. He is not afraid to take on new challenges and continues to lead the kitchen as always, with a determination to protect the food, traditions, and staff.

西野　悌司Yasushi Nishino

Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion 和牛料亭 bungo 祇園 Gion, Kyoto Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

松村　匠章Masaaki Matsumura

Mr. Matsumura attracts customers with "Oita Wagyu beef," which he adores for its delicious taste, with Kyoto's traditional culture.

He was born in 1983 in Hyogo. The manager of the Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion. While honing his wide-ranging skills in Japanese cuisine as a chef, he has also produced restaurants for many years, establishing about 60 restaurants in Japan and abroad. He has been involved in various businesses, including yakiniku, shabu-shabu, and izakaya (Japanese-style pubs). During his activities, he came across "Oita Wagyu" and was fascinated by its lean flavor and delicious taste. In 2023, he established his current restaurant to share this beef's charm in the ancient city. In a refined traditional setting in Kyoto, he presents the ultimate deliciousness of Wagyu beef.

松村　匠章Masaaki Matsumura

Burisho 魚師匠 Kyoto Station, Kyoto Seafood,Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

松本　穂高Hodaka Matsumoto

Mr. Matsumoto continues to hone his culinary skills and knowledge, bringing fresh style to the food and beverage industry.

He was born in 1977 in Kyoto. A part-time job in high school led him to the food and beverage world. He expanded his career by serving as manager of a creative kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto and as executive chef of a Japanese restaurant in Beijing, China. Currently, he is using his wealth of experience to reach a new height at Burisho.

松本　穂高Hodaka Matsumoto

Shoku To Mori Osaka Branch 食と森大阪店 Kamihonmachi, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Japanese Beef Steak

松田　俊昭Toshiaki Matsuda

"Food makes people happy." To be a chef who can give dreams to guests.

Fascinated by a chef he saw on a TV show as a child, Mr. Matsuda started his culinary career at the age of 17. After being impressed by the global experience in Los Angeles, which he visited on a high school excursion, he joined an Italian restaurant in Tokyo with the hope of someday studying cooking abroad. Later, he trained at a three-star restaurant in Italy and returned to Japan. After gaining experience at a French restaurant in Kobe, he opened Shoku to Mori on June 8, 2022. Currently, he is also involved in the management of Shoku To Mori.

松田　俊昭Toshiaki Matsuda

Kyo-ryori Tategami 京料理　立神 Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

淀川　真Shin Yodokawa

Mr. Yodokawa wants to entertain guests with food he has carefully prepared.

Interested in the culinary world from an early age, he began working part-time as a student and decided to pursue a career in the food industry in earnest. Mr. Yodogawa says his Kyoto background may be why he naturally entered the world of Japanese cuisine. Tategami is popular for its new style of Kyoto cuisine, which is based on traditional Kyoto cuisine that is made with local and domestic ingredients and produced with the added sensibility of the young Mr. Yodokawa. His passion for “simply making customers happy with the cuisine” is reflected in every dish.

淀川　真Shin Yodokawa

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Doikatsuman

Taking advantage of Mr. Doi's river fish market experience, he provides the absolute best in eel cuisine.

Restaurant DA CIRO

Mr. Uesaka was fascinated by Italian cuisine, where the flavors of the ingredients come through directly.

KYOTO STAR BAR

Realized that "eating delicious food" is crucial.

Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi Dotonbori Branch

Mr. Imamura is a chef who conveys the appeal of Sushi through Sushi seminars.

M no Yakiniku Fukushima Main Branch

Mr. Tsutsui always strives for growth through his diversified experiences and solid skills.

Kurubushi

Mr. Honda attracts diners with creative Japanese cuisine that is rich in a sense of the season and makes the most of flexible ideas and proven techniques.

ESPICE

A chef who preserves long-standing traditions while offering the joy of new culinary experiences.

Jukusei Sushi Rita

Mr. Komori is a sushi chef who makes his dream come true with his passion and reliable skills and continues to fascinate people.

SIK eatery

Mr. Kawamura creates an extraordinary experience for guests with food and hospitality that satisfies all five senses.

Sushi Matsumoto

World renowned chef of traditional Tokyo-style Sushi in Kyoto.

Gion Shirakawa Ramen

The goal is to make the ramen restaurant loved by many people in the region and beyond.

Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Namba Branch

Realizing personal growth through work and accumulating solid skills and knowledge.

Kappa Ramen Honpo Sennichimae Branch

A big ramen lover decided to make ramen noodles by himself

Sushi Etsu

Mr. Kajitani's life as a chef began with the professional skills he saw up close.

Ajikitcho Bunbuan

A chef who has loved cooking since childhood

Nanzenji Sando Kikusui

With his love for Kyoto and cooking at his core, Mr. Nishino has been introducing the unique cuisine of Kikusui to the world.

Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion

Mr. Matsumura attracts customers with "Oita Wagyu beef," which he adores for its delicious taste, with Kyoto's traditional culture.

Burisho

Mr. Matsumoto continues to hone his culinary skills and knowledge, bringing fresh style to the food and beverage industry.

Shoku To Mori Osaka Branch

"Food makes people happy." To be a chef who can give dreams to guests.

Kyo-ryori Tategami

Mr. Yodokawa wants to entertain guests with food he has carefully prepared.